US Medical Term · symptoms
Back Pain
Dolor de espalda
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Back Pain |
| Spanish (Español) | Dolor de espalda |
| Chinese (中文) | 背痛 |
| Korean (한국어) | 요통 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đau lưng |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Sakit sa likod |
| Portuguese (Português) | Dor nas costas |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | อาการปวดหลัง |
| Japanese (日本語) | 腰背部痛 |
What it means
Back pain is discomfort anywhere along the spine or the muscles of the back, from the neck down to the tailbone. It may feel like a dull ache, sharp stab, or burning sensation. Common causes include muscle strain, poor posture, a herniated disc, or arthritis. It can also result from a kidney infection or, rarely, a serious spinal condition. Most back pain improves with rest, over-the-counter pain relievers, and gentle movement. See a provider if the pain is severe, follows an injury, spreads down your leg, or comes with numbness, weakness, or bladder/bowel problems.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been having lower back pain for about two weeks.
He tenido dolor en la parte baja de la espalda durante aproximadamente dos semanas.
My back pain gets worse when I sit for a long time.
Mi dolor de espalda empeora cuando estoy sentado por mucho tiempo.
The pain in my back also shoots down my right leg.
El dolor en mi espalda también baja por mi pierna derecha.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
M54 DorsalgiaRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026